It’s easy to save energy and thus save money at home. Check out the resources and programs below to lower your energy usage, make your home more comfortable, and help the environment.

No-Cost Home Energy Consultation

emPower Ventura County provides no-cost, on-site, home energy evaluations with an emPower Energy Coach to qualifying local homeowners of single-family detached homes. During this one-hour home visit, the Energy Coach will conduct a complete walk-through to help homeowners identify factors in their home affecting health, comfort, and energy efficiency. The Energy Coach will then help the homeowner prioritize potential projects and connect them to rebates, financing and local contractors. Find out more by calling (805) 654-3834 or visit emPower on the web at https://www.empowersbc.org/.

Weatherization and Home Energy Repair

Community Action of Ventura County can save qualified homeowners and renters/tenants up to 40 percent on utility bills, depending on the home, simply by improving energy efficiency. This can be done by replacing windows, weather-stripping doors, adding insulation, minor home repairs and installing more efficient appliances and products. Find more information on Community Action’s website at http://www.ca-vc.org/home-energy-repair

Comprehensive Manufactured Home Program

Southern California Edison and Southern California Gas Company have partnered with Synergy Companies to offer energy-saving products and services for light fixtures, low-flow shower heads, and pipe-wrap through the Comprehensive Manufactured Home Program. If you’re ready to get started, contact Synergy Companies at 1-888-988-9829 to schedule a free evaluation of your mobile home. An energy specialist will come to your home to identify opportunities for you to save, and provide free supplies and installation to help you make your energy upgrades.